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This is your ultimate guide to what's on in Adelaide this month and beyond.
This month in Adelaide (March 2026), Mad March is officially here. The days are warm and the evenings provide cool relief, while the city pulses with art, music, food, and festival energy. From Fringe laughs and Motorsport mayhem, to beachside gigs, hands-on food workshops, and orchard strolls, you won’t run out of ways to fill your days. Whether you’re a local chasing the season’s buzz or a visitor soaking up a slice of South Australian charm, this is your editor-approved guide to all the highlights. Read on for tickets, dates, and timings.
In This Guide
Editors Picks
Adelaide Fringe, Various Locations
Adelaide Fringe returns bigger, bolder and buzzing, transforming the city into a playground of arts, culture and food. At the heart of it all are the two powerhouse precincts: The Garden of Unearthly Delights and Gluttony — together serving up hundreds of shows, world premieres and exclusive performances. Between shows, graze your way through food markets, pop-up bars, Champagne Island and long-table dinners, or soak up the atmosphere with free performances under the stars.
Where: Adelaide & wider South Australia
When: February 20 – March 22, 2026
Cost: Free – $40+
Best for: Festivals; Cultural experiences; Theatre lovers; Live music fans; Group catch-ups
Need to know: Precincts can get busy — booking ahead helps, but wandering between venues often leads to unexpected discoveries
A Taste of The Hills Festival, Lenswood Memorial Park
Lenswood Memorial Park comes alive for two days of Hills charm at the A Taste of the Hills Festival. Stroll the market lanes with a glass in hand, picnic under the gum trees, and catch live music drifting through the air. Kids can run wild in the dedicated Kid Zone, while foodie fans try hands-on workshops or browse artisan stalls. For a view from above, helicopter flights offer a new perspective on the rolling hills.
Where: Lenswood Memorial Park, 693 Swamp Road, Lenswood
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 28 – 29, 2026, 11am – 6pm
Cost: $30 – $390
Best for: Food & Drink Lovers, Family-Friendly Events, Day Trips, Live Music & Gigs, Markets & Shopping
Need to know: Shuttles run from the CBD and Hills regions
WOMADelaide, Botanic Park
WOMADelaide is four days of global music in the heart of Adelaide. Family-friendly sessions during the day give way to world-beat dance parties at night, and this year, the festival’s flavours are as vibrant as the music lineup. Sip crisp cider, local beer, boutique gin cocktails, or premium Nepenthe Wines, while more than 40 vendors and the WoMarkets precinct offer woodfired pizza, street eats, vegan bites, and small-batch ice cream.
Where: Botanic Park / Tainmuntilla (entry via Frome Road or Hackney Road)
When: March 6 – 9, 2026
Cost: $126 – $475 (Children under 12 free)
Best for: Live Music & Gigs, Festivals & Major Events, Cultural Experiences, Family-Friendly Events, Outdoor Events
Need to know: Daytime sessions are family-friendly; evenings more lively.
Festivals & Major Events
SummerSalt Festival, Glenelg Beach
Ocean Alley headlines the sun-soaked indie-rock festival, SummerSalt, where sand doubles as a dance floor. Food trucks and craft beer line the foreshore, while the tide shapes the perfect beachside stage.
Where: Glenelg Beach, Glenelg
When: March 21, 2026
Cost: $101 – $183
Best for: Live Music & Gigs, Festivals & Major Events, Beachside Events, Group Outings, Outdoor Events
Adelaide Festival, Various Locations
Adelaide Festival returns with a bold, boundary-pushing program across 17 electrifying days, uniting international heavyweights and local visionaries in theatre, music, dance, and opera, with world and Australian premieres across the city. The festival opens in style with a free Elder Park concert by Pulp, serving iconic hits and new music in a riverside celebration.
Where: Adelaide
When: February 27 – March 15, 2026
Cost: Free – $144, discounts available
Best for: Cultural Experiences, Theatre & Performance, Festivals & Major Events, Art Lovers, Date Night
Adelaide Motorsport Festival, Victoria Park
Rev up your late‑summer plans with the Adelaide Motorsport Festival, a high‑octane celebration of cars, speed and spectacle on the old Adelaide street circuit. It’s a two‑day museum in motion where historic Formula 1 cars, V8 Supercars, touring machines, sports cars, motorbikes and more put on a non‑stop show on track, with a different class roaring past every 10–15 minutes. Off the track, the vibe is relaxed and social, with food trucks, bars, trade stalls, static displays, and family‑friendly activities.
Where: Victoria Park / Pakapakanthi
When: February 28 – March 1, 2026
Cost: $20 – $3,200, packages available
Best for: Sporting Events, Family-Friendly Events, Festivals & Major Events, Group Outings, Outdoor Events
Ed Sheeran: The Loop Tour, Adelaide Oval
Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran returns to Adelaide for the final Australian show of the Loop Tour. A 360-degree stage and halo screen transform every seat into front-row territory at Adelaide Oval. Sunset over St Peter’s Cathedral adds city magic, creating a stadium show that’s as much about the atmosphere as the music.
Where: Adelaide Oval, War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide
When: March 5, 2026
Cost: $109 – $249
Best for: Live Music & Gigs, Major Concerts, Date Night, Group Outings, Nightlife
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The Moseley Beach Club, Glenelg
The party’s back on the sand. Moseley Beach Club returns for the warmer months, bringing chilled beats, cocktails, and ocean views to Glenelg. Whether you’re sinking your toes into the sand, catching the sunset, or dancing under the stars, this is the ultimate spot to soak up summer vibes and good times. Expect DJs, drinks, bites, and all the energy of a classic beachside summer hangout.
Where: Glenelg Beach, Glenelg
When: March 2026
Cost: Free entry, lounges & booths priced separately
Best for: Food & Drink Lovers, Beachside Events, Date Night, Group Outings, Outdoor Dining
French at Five, 2KW Rooftop
Golden hour gets a French twist with French at Five on the rooftop at 2KW Bar & Restaurant. Hosted by Jono Hersey, this monthly wine hour pours Loire Sauvignon Blanc, Beaujolais Gamay, Petit Chablis and a mystery premium drop in a laid-back setting made for easy sipping.
Where: 2KW Rooftop, 2 King William Street, Adelaide
When: Last Thursday of every month, 5 – 6pm
Cost: Free tastings
Best for: Wine Lovers, Sunset Seekers, Festivals & Major Events, Casual Meetups
Need to know: Drop in only, no bookings
Adelaide Central Market Sauce Day
Sauce Day at the Adelaide Central Market celebrates a beloved Italian tradition — transforming sun-ripened Roma tomatoes into passata. Enjoy chef demonstrations, live music and hands-on workshops for all ages, plus the chance to bottle your own jar of sauce to take home.
Where: Adelaide Central Market, 44/60 Gouger Street, Adelaide
When: March 13 – 14, 2026
Cost: $25 + booking fee
Best for: Family-Friendly Events, Food & Drink Lovers, Workshops & Masterclasses, Cultural Experiences
Art, Culture & Performance
Cluedo, Her Majesty’s Theatre
Everyone’s favourite mystery game, Cluedo gets the theatrical treatment in this laugh-out-loud whodunnit. Expect slapstick moments, quick-fire twists and multiple endings that keep you guessing right to the final reveal.
Where: Her Majesty’s Theatre, 58 Grote Street, Adelaide
When: March 21 – April 4, 2026
Cost: $69 – $169
Best for: Theatre & Performance, Family-Friendly Events, Date Night, Cultural Experiences
Need to know: Shows are interactive — audience participation encouraged
Manifest Destiny @ ILA, Adelaide
Step inside Alex Frayne’s 360° photography experience, Manifest Destiny, where moving visuals meet an evocative score. Immersive, intense and utterly contemporary, it’s the kind of art you feel as much as see — perfect for those chasing a reflective, sensory escape.
Where: ILA, Adelaide, 63 Light Square, Adelaide
When: February 28 – March 15, 2026
Cost: $20 – $30
Best for: Art Lovers, Cultural Experiences, Exhibitions, Date Night
Markets & Shopping
Ebenezer Night Markets, East End
Laneways glow under fairy lights with local designers, food stalls, and live DJs. Perfect for evening explorers, the Ebenezer Night Markets offer boutique shopping, festival vibes, and a social night out.
Where: Ebenezer Place, Adelaide
When: November 22, 2025 – March 21, 2026, evenings
Cost: Free entry
Best for: Markets & Shopping, Night Markets, Group Outings, Date Night, Free Events
Outdoor & Active
Pick Your Own Apples, Lenswood
This autumn, grab a basket and head to Pick Your Own at Lenswood. Stroll through sun-dappled orchards, pick your own crisp apples, taste farm treats, and enjoy a full day of fresh air and seasonal charm in the Adelaide Hills.
Where: Lenswood Pick Your Own, 122 Harris Road, Lenswood
When: From February 28, 2026, 9am – 4pm
Cost: Free – $8 entry; pay for what you pick
Best for: Family-Friendly Events, Outdoor Events, Day Trips, Couples, Seasonal Experiences
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AFL Gather Round, Various Locations
From April 9th – 12th, South Australia becomes footy central. AFL Gather Round brings 18 teams, nine games and a state‑wide buzz you can feel from Norwood to the Barossa. Fan zones, street activations, and the Pepsi Collective experience mix with vibrant local hospitality and vineyard views, making every corner feel like a weekend party. In the heart of it all, the Macca’s Footy Festival at Elder Park runs April 10th –13th with free activities for all ages and that iconic 150 m zip line over the River Torrens.
Where: Adelaide, Norwood & Barossa Valley
When: April 9 – 12, 2026
Cost: Free – $155
Best for: Sporting Events, Festivals & Major Events, Family-Friendly Events, Group Outings
Lime Green Festival, Adelaide Uni
Led by the Lime Cordiale brothers alongside triple j, Lime Green Festival is a brand-new music festival that puts the planet front and centre. This fully off-grid, battery-powered festival is reimagining what live music can look like when sustainability comes first. The lineup brings together Lime Cordiale, The Dreggs, aleksiah, PASH, and a local triple j Unearthed winner, blending national favourites with emerging talent.
Where: Adelaide University Cloisters, 10 Victoria Drive, Adelaide
When: April 18, 2026
Cost: $100 – $180, packages available
Best for: Live Music & Gigs, Beachside Events, Festivals & Major Events, Group Outings, Outdoor Events
Tasting Australia, Various Locations
Tasting Australia presented by Journey Beyond turns South Australia into the ultimate foodie playground from May 8th – 17th. From fire‑pit eats and local wines to chef masterclasses and immersive experiences, the extensive program stretches across the regions and Adelaide, with Victoria Square’s Town Square hub buzzing with flavours, beats and free fun at every turn.
Where: Adelaide & wider South Australia
When: May 8 – 27, 2026
Cost: Free – $3,000
Best for: Food & Drink Lovers, Festivals & Major Events, Wine Experiences, Workshops & Masterclasses, Cultural Experiences
FAQs
March in Adelaide is packed with major cultural moments, led by the citywide energy of Adelaide Fringe, which fills venues and outdoor precincts with comedy, cabaret, circus and live music. WOMADelaide brings four days of global music and culture to Botanic Park, while the Adelaide Festival delivers international theatre, installations and performances across the city. For beachside sounds, SummerSalt Festival lands at Glenelg, and stadium crowds gather for Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour at Adelaide Oval.
Food lovers can head to A Taste of The Hills Festival in Lenswood for two days of local wine, craft brews and artisan treats in a relaxed Adelaide Hills setting. In the city, Adelaide Central Market Sauce Day celebrates the tomato harvest with chef demos, hands-on passata workshops and live music. For a more casual sip, French at Five at 2KW Rooftop offers free tastings of French wines during a lively sunset hour.
The Adelaide Festival offers one of the month’s richest cultural programs, blending theatre, visual art and immersive installations across the city. At ILA, Manifest Destiny presents Alex Frayne’s atmospheric 360-degree photography installation paired with a cinematic score. Theatre lovers can also catch Cluedo at Her Majesty’s Theatre, where the classic board game becomes an interactive stage comedy.
Adelaide’s festival calendar is in full swing with Adelaide Fringe and WOMADelaide bringing huge line-ups of music, performance and late-night energy. SummerSalt Festival adds coastal indie-rock at Glenelg Beach with Ocean Alley headlining, while Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour transforms Adelaide Oval into a stadium-scale concert experience. Across the city, Fringe shows and festival stages keep the live entertainment flowing all month.
Families will find plenty to explore at Adelaide Fringe, where daytime shows and outdoor precincts feature kid-friendly performances and free entertainment. WOMADelaide also offers family-focused sessions, workshops and relaxed daytime programming in Botanic Park. For a hands-on outing, Adelaide Central Market Sauce Day invites kids to help make passata while enjoying music and market energy.
Many of Adelaide’s biggest events offer free ways to join the action. Adelaide Fringe hosts free performances and outdoor entertainment across its precincts, while the Ebenezer Night Markets in the East End bring evening shopping, food stalls and DJs under fairy lights. Wine lovers can also drop into French at Five at 2KW Rooftop for complimentary tastings during its relaxed monthly wine hour.
Adelaide’s events calendar keeps rolling with AFL Gather Round returning in April, transforming the city into a four-day football festival with fan zones and street activations. The eco-powered Lime Green Festival follows with solar-powered stages and live music in a sustainable beach-style setting. In May, Tasting Australia turns the state into a food lover’s playground with pop-ups, masterclasses and regional wine experiences.
All event dates, times, and costs are accurate at the time of publication. Please check official event websites for any updates or changes.
Looking for more things to do in Adelaide? Check out 21 Fun Date Ideas in Adelaide. Or if you have little ones to entertain, try the Best Things to Do in Adelaide with Kids.
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